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pinepink

Scientific Name: Bletia purpurea

Family: Orchidaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names: FL (pine pink orchid)

       

Bletia purpurea: The Pine-Pink Orchid

Bletia purpurea, commonly known as Pine-pink or sharp-petaled bletia, is a captivating orchid species with a wide distribution.

Considerations for Pets and Children

  • While the text does not explicitly mention toxicity, it's important to be aware that some orchids can have small parts that might be a choking hazard for small children or pets.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Bletia purpurea (Lam.) DC.
  • Common Names: Pine-pink, sharp-petaled bletia
  • Family: Orchidaceae
  • Group: Monocot
  • Synonym: Limodorum purpureum (mentioned in external link "Taxonomy - Bletia purpurea (Pinepink) (Limodorum purpureum) (SPECIES)")

Distribution and Habitat

Bletia purpurea is widespread across much of Latin America and the West Indies. Within the United States, it's notably found in Florida's Everglades and Fakahatchee Strand/Swamp.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is a perennial plant.
  • It is found growing out of a floating log deep in the Fakahatchee Strand.

Quirky Facts

  • White forms of the Pine-pink orchid appear to bloom approximately one month later than the more common colored varieties.

Resources and Further Information

  • USDA Plants Database: http://plants.usda.gov/java/profile?symb
  • Discover Life: Discover Life page about Bletia purpurea